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This podcast is dedicated to bringing the 40+ year old mountain biker the best training strategies to help them ride stronger now and for year to come.
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Wednesday Oct 13, 2010
Wednesday Oct 13, 2010
Here's what you'll find in this episode of the MTB Strength Coach Podcast: Nutrition Tip: What are Essential Fatty Acids, why you need them and some tips to keep in mind when taking them Gear Review: Some different insights into the 26 vs. 29er debate Training Tip: Why you can't just do more of the same thing to get to the next level Please visit www.bikejames.com to post any comments or questions. -James Wilson-
Monday Sep 27, 2010
Monday Sep 27, 2010
In this episode I cover: Making the Switch to Flats - What you need to look for in pedals, shoes and accessories when you decide to make the switch to flats. Fixing Joint Pain - What does a sticking brake caliper and knee pain have in common? Why Calories Don't Count - Why counting calories is a waste of time. -James Wilson-
Monday Sep 13, 2010
Monday Sep 13, 2010
Episode # 27 of the MTB Strength Coach Podcast which includes: - Gear Review: Wide Handlebars - do 30 inch wide bars have an advantage and can you get too wide? - Supplement Review: Whet Protein - what is it, what should you look for when buying it and how do you best use it? - Training Tip: Know Your Weakness - are you too mobile or too stiff? How can you tell and how should it affect your mindset in the gym? -James Wilson-
Tuesday Aug 31, 2010
Tuesday Aug 31, 2010
In this episode of the MTB Strength Coach Podcast you will find: Supplement Review - Creatine: This is one of the most popular supplements in the world but most of the recommendations are base on bodybuilding and general fitness. Learn what creatine does do for you, what it doesn't do and how to get the most out of it as a mountain biker. Gear Review - Adjustable Seatpost: My adjustable seatpost is one of my favorite new parts on my bike. Being able to get the seat out of the way for maximum maneuverability is awesome and really lets you tap into your bikes potential. However, I tell you how to get the most out of it the Ride Strong way... Training Tip - Trail Strength: If you don't want to waste your time in the gym or with your training program then you need to understand the concept of trail strength and how to get more of it. -James Wilson-
Monday Aug 09, 2010
Monday Aug 09, 2010
In this episode I give a review of the Hammerschmidt system, pre- and post- workout drinks, a cool app for your smart phone and discuss how to fix your posture off the bike and apply it on the bike for more power and better balance. Enjoy!
Friday Jul 16, 2010
Friday Jul 16, 2010
Here is a complete look at what exactly is Barefoot Pedaling, why experiencing a performance dip is common and why most of the advantages attributed to clipless pedals simply are not true.
Tuesday Jun 29, 2010
Tuesday Jun 29, 2010
In this episode I talk about how exercise execution is all in the set up, review how to go From Good to Great and tell you about my favorite post workout supplement, Mix 1. Enjoy!
Wednesday Jan 20, 2010
Wednesday Jan 20, 2010
As most of you know I write a monthly training column for Decline Magazine. I think that Decline is one of the best mountain bike magazines out there and represent the type of riding and rider I want to connect with. Far from being a magazine all about downhilling and freeride, which is a big part of it, Decline has fully embraced the All Mountain side of riding and is one of the biggest proponents for this type of riding. I got a chance to get Scott on the phone and ask him some questions about his background, what Decline Magazine is all about, his favorite innovations of the last few years and the future of gravity racing in America. He gave me some very candid insight into the bike industry, something I think that most of you will really enjoy.
Friday Jan 01, 2010
Friday Jan 01, 2010
This is a replay of a recent tele-seminar I did on mountain bike core training. In it I cover - - What is the core - How functional anatomy has changed out understanding of core training - Why core strength is only part of the equation -How to train your core to increase pedaling power & technical skills - The top 3 mountain bike core training exercises There is a lot of great info in this podcast, some of which I have never talked about before. If you want to know exactly how to train your core to improve your on trail performance make sure you give this a listen. -James Wilson-
Friday Dec 18, 2009
Friday Dec 18, 2009
Joe Lawwill is a skills coach who works for Bike Skills (www.bikeskills.com) and he took some time to talk with me about some ways that riders can improve their skills and fun on the trail. Increased technical skills are a huge part of being a better rider and so you don't want to miss this interview. Please note that I had to do the interview on my cell phone due to some technical difficulties with my home phone. The audio quality is a bit less than what I would like but you can hear it just fine if you listen through headphones - it just may be a bit tough to hear through your computer speakers.